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Abu Dhabi, UAE — Building on the success of the inaugural Bitcoin Middle East & North Africa Summit (Bitcoin MENA) in 2024, ADNEC Group and BTC Inc Group announced that the second Bitcoin MENA will be held on December 8-9, 2025, at the Marina Hall of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The summit will follow the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix and will once again be held at the same venue. This year's event is larger, with expanded exhibition space, upgraded outdoor areas, and world-class speakers, while also offering a high-end networking experience, including yachts moored at the venue.
Event Details
Location: Marina Hall, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)
Date: December 8-9, 2025. Ticketing and sponsorship information: b.tc/conference/mena
The inaugural 2024 event established Bitcoin MENA as the premier Bitcoin event in the Middle East and North Africa, attracting key figures from the government, business, and finance sectors, and drawing over 10,000 visitors, 190 speakers, 100 exhibitors, and 500 brands.
Last year's keynote speakers included Eric Trump, executive vice president of the Trump Organization; Prince Philip of Serbia; Saifedean Ammous, author of "The Bitcoin Standard"; Abdulla Al Dhaheri of the Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center; Paul Manafort, Trump's 2016 campaign manager; and Steve Witkoff, former U.S. envoy to the Middle East.
Humaid Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, stated, "The return of Bitcoin MENA to the ADNEC Center in Abu Dhabi demonstrates Abu Dhabi's influence as a global destination for digital asset dialogue and innovation. This event is an important part of our schedule, highlighting the ADNEC Group's role in fostering cutting-edge dialogue and building important partnerships in emerging industries. In 2025, we will support BTC Inc. in providing an even more impactful event, connecting global innovative ideas and regional ecosystems."
David Bailey, CEO of BTC Inc., stated, "The Middle East is rapidly becoming a focal point for Bitcoin adoption and policy innovation. Last year's event was met with tremendous enthusiasm. This year, we're upgrading our speaker lineup, exhibition space, VIP experience, and related activities to match the region's global importance."
New highlights of Bitcoin MENA 2025:
- Expanded exhibition hall: The larger space can accommodate more companies, startups and exhibits, showcasing the latest achievements in Bitcoin infrastructure, mining, financial services and software.
- Upgraded outdoor interactive area: Redesigned open space with optimized social interaction, live content, dining and cultural activities.
- Best timing: The conference follows the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix, providing international guests with an exceptional experience in sports technology and finance.
- Exciting follow-up events: A selection of receptions, workshops, and satellite events will provide opportunities for deeper engagement within the Bitcoin ecosystem, all centered around the main agenda.
With the UAE's zero VAT on Bitcoin transactions and continued government support, Abu Dhabi has rapidly become a key node in Bitcoin's global expansion. Bitcoin MENA 2025 will reflect and accelerate this momentum.
About Bitcoin Conference
Hosted by BTC Media (the parent company of Bitcoin Magazine ), the Bitcoin Conference is a global series of events that invites leading industry speakers to host workshops, exhibitions, and interactive activities, providing a platform for Bitcoin industry leaders, developers, investors, and enthusiasts to network. The flagship event was held in Nashville, Tennessee, USA in 2024, while Bitcoin Conference 2025 will be held in Las Vegas in May 2025. International events include the Bitcoin Hong Kong Summit (August 2025) and the Bitcoin Middle East & North Africa Summit (Bitcoin MENA, Abu Dhabi, December 8-9, 2025).
About ADNEC Group
ADNEC Group, part of Modon Holding, is renowned for its long history and diversified businesses, and is a major player in the global business and leisure travel sector. The Group leads international strategic asset management and development, contributing to the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's economy. Its businesses encompass venues, events, hotels, food and beverage, services, tourism, and media, operating the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (the largest event venue in the MENA area), the ADNEC Al Ain Convention Centre, the Business Design Centre, and ExCeL London in the UK.
Capital Events, the events management arm of the ADNEC Group, hosts numerous globally renowned industry events covering sectors such as defense and security, maritime, media, food and beverage, and technology. Capital Events plays a vital role in supporting Abu Dhabi's development into a global business and leisure hub.
